A wonderful day Kayaking in front of glacier We took a whole day kayaking in front of the Columbia glacier in early August. It was our first time doing Kayaking, and 6 of... read moreWe took a whole day kayaking in front of the Columbia glacier in early August. It was our first time doing Kayaking, and 6 of us were all rookies. Before we booked the tour, we had a lot of concerns. The tour went very well it was well organized. Our guide Ben was from Minnesota, who went to Alaska in early May to get some company training. He was in charge of 8 people on 4 kayaks. Ben was very knowledgeable. We liked him very much. We had a memorable experience especially for our kids. read less

Amazing Raft Ride Pangaea Adventures went out of their way to ensure that we had a great ride. There was 5 of us ranging in age... read morePangaea Adventures went out of their way to ensure that we had a great ride. There was 5 of us ranging in age from 14 to 69. A couple of us was anxious about the ride, but Chris made sure that we were at ease and comfortable and ensured us of our safety. I highly recommend Pangaea for your next raft adventure. read less

Labor Day Kayak Trip We made a last minute reservation on Labor Day weekend. It was a great experience and a lot of fun! We were going to do... read moreWe made a last minute reservation on Labor Day weekend. It was a great experience and a lot of fun! We were going to do a guided trip but on Friday night while we were out at dinner, we got a call to let us know our guide had been injured. We wanted to make sure he/she was okay, but were fine doing a self guided trip on our own. We had a great experience in the morning getting everything set up, and then we were off on our own to explore the harbor and duck flats area! We met a family of sea lions sun bathing on a rock who proceeded to follow us around for a half hour with their heads constantly popping up checking what we were doing. We are planning to do a significantly longer trip next spring! read less

Amazing Experience in every which way What an amazing experience Pangaea gave to me and my family. We booked a 6 person trip out to the Columbia glacier with Captain Tim... read moreWhat an amazing experience Pangaea gave to me and my family. We booked a 6 person trip out to the Columbia glacier with Captain Tim and guides Seth and Dan. Everyone involved was obviously very experienced and passionate about Alaska wildlife, the environment, and giving us a great time. They went above and beyond with friendliness and interesting factoids about Alaska all day long. The boat ride was beautiful, and experiencing kayaking out among icebergs and in full audience to the vast Columbia glacier was I describable; totally surreal. I loved that this was a small company, you could totally see how much they cared. We were blessed to have amazing weather and made it all the way to the glacier but even if the elements had not allowed I know the crew still would have made it a special and surreal experience. I will never look elsewhere for a sea kayak guiding company. I am so glad I chose Pangaea. Book a tour with them a you will not regret it. read less

A great day to Shoup Glacier This is a not to be missed adventure while visiting Valdez. Our guides Alex and Meridith were very knowledgeable about the area. Most of our... read moreThis is a not to be missed adventure while visiting Valdez. Our guides Alex and Meridith were very knowledgeable about the area. Most of our group never kayaked before. We started by getting fitted with gear and then boarded a boat with our kayaks attached to the top. Along the way we saw otters and seals. We landed at a small beach and started our paddle. We learned about the glacier and how to paddle. The water was calm, so it was not difficult. We had lunch right by th glacier. Hot chocolate, tea and snacks were provided. After the tide started coming in quick Meridith rescued a wayward kayak and we all got back into make the trip back. We went through one section, where the current was faster and it was fun. Highly recommend this trip. read less

A highlight of my Alaska vacation My sister and I chose Pangaea for our 8 hour sea kayaking tour out of Valdez. The morning of our adventure, Valdez was wrapped in... read moreMy sister and I chose Pangaea for our 8 hour sea kayaking tour out of Valdez. The morning of our adventure, Valdez was wrapped in a blanket of fog. We grabbed our lunch from Safeway on our short walk over to the Pangaea tours location. Upon arrival, our tour guides introduced themselves to us, made sure we would have anything we could possibly need to keep belongongs dry, and ensured we would be dry and comfortable for the next 8 hours. Then we hit the restrooms, and walked over to the charter boat where we loaded up, had a safety briefing and were on our way out into the fog. The captain is excellent, very knowledgeable and kind. The tour guides themselves are also great! Our guide was Nadine. Once we got out to the shore from where we launched our kayaks, the fog lifted and revealed the beautiful, glacier carved Shoup Bay. We kayaked up the bay, taking in the incredible views and observing wildlife in their natural habitat. It was smooth and easy kayaking up to the glacier where, once we got close, we navigated the bobbing remnants of glacial calving -- ice ranging in size from softball to queen bed. We landed our kayaks on the glacier shore about 100 yards from the physical glacier, where we secured them and stretched our legs, took (more) photos and basked in the presence of such incredible scenery. Once it was time to go, we launched from shore and took a slightly more adventurous route back to the pick up point. On the way back, we traversed some fast flowing, rough waters of a bottlenecked part of the bay. That was my favorite part! It was challenging and exciting to control the kayak at a fast pace, and it felt much more interactive. I am glad we didn't do that the entire time though because man! my arms were on fire when we got back to Valdez! Eating dinner was tough but it was worth every ache and pain. I highly recommend Pangaea. They showed us an unforgettable experience! Super affordable too! read less

Awesome! As a family of 4 with two young children, we really enjoyed our kayaking experience at Shoup Glacier with the Pangaea Adventures crew. Our guide... read moreAs a family of 4 with two young children, we really enjoyed our kayaking experience at Shoup Glacier with the Pangaea Adventures crew. Our guide Dan was very nice, knowledgeable of the area, and the Captain Tim was as nice as it gets! If you are in Valdez and are looking for a kayaking trip around one of the glacier, please look for Pangaea as they are really professional and will take good care of you! read less

Best Guides, friendly, fun adventure Absolutely had a blast. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Did the short 2 hour Duck flats tour, plan to come back... read moreAbsolutely had a blast. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Did the short 2 hour Duck flats tour, plan to come back to do a longer trip with them! read less

Fun guides and great views! Did two days of trips with Pangea (Gold Creek one day, and Colombia Glacier the second.) Blessed with no rain both days! Enjoyed our guides,... read moreDid two days of trips with Pangea (Gold Creek one day, and Colombia Glacier the second.) Blessed with no rain both days! Enjoyed our guides, very friendly and informative of the area, yet not controlling so you feel like you get a good adventure and workout, but are safe. You can tell the staff love what they do! Will adventure with Pangea again! read less

A unique lifetime adventure One of the best kayak trips we took. The owner Tim was also the captain of the boat and was knowledgeable and professional. The team... read moreOne of the best kayak trips we took. The owner Tim was also the captain of the boat and was knowledgeable and professional. The team was responsible and caring . Good equipment and most importantly stunning location - the Columbia glacier! read less

This review is for a Custom 8 Day Alaskan Sampler Multi-Sport Trip, August 2015.

From the beginning to booking this trip, Kristina was extremely kind and... read moreThis review is for a Custom 8 Day Alaskan Sampler Multi-Sport Trip, August 2015.

From the beginning to booking this trip, Kristina was extremely kind and helpful in making the trip exactly what I wanted and working around my schedule. She was great and punctual at communicating, providing detailed answers, itineraries, and breakdowns for me. I traveled alone so she helped find another person to join on the trip as there is a 2 person minimum. She helped incorporate every activity that I wanted and even managed to lower the price by doing so.

Overview: Kayaking and camping through the Columbia Sound (3 days), returned to to Valdez and stopped for rafting with the day group on the way to our flight-see to Kennicott followed by a hike to camp (day 4), Ice Climbing on the Root Glacier, then backpacking across it to camp at Donoho (day 5). Backpacked through Donoho to the Kennicott Glacier then hiked back to the root glacier to camp at our original location (day 6-7), Kennicott tour then returned to Valdez (day 8).

I was able to experience so much in such a short amount of time. Our guide Stan was nice, patient, knowledgeable, and helpful, especially since I've never done anything like this before. He always made us feel safe and was always prepared. He prepared all of our meals and was really good at it! He's funny and was also great at motivating us and keeping us in good spirits when we were tired.

I did extensive research before the trip making sure that I picked the right company and trip. I compared pricing and packages with other companies and Pangaea Adventures was by far the most accommodating, and had the most affordable trips for the activities they offered. They also provide you with any equipment you don't have and it's all clean and in good shape. All of the staff we ran into was friendly and love what they do.

Warning: This isn't your typical "vacation". Sometimes it was physically exhausting, but the incredible sights that could only be seen by this kind of activity was worth every single sore muscle and bruise. I came out of this trip feeling enlightened, stronger physically and mentally, and full of incredible memories! It was more than I could have every imagined. Thank you Pangaea for an experience of a lifetime! read less

As my husband and I both have not great backs, we have to be careful with kayaking. Our hotel recommended Pangaea as the way to... read moreAs my husband and I both have not great backs, we have to be careful with kayaking. Our hotel recommended Pangaea as the way to go but when we arrived there we saw that all the kayaks were enclosed, not open like our previous kayaking experiences in S.America and Hawaii.

Megan was terrific. No pressure. She walked us over to the dock, we checkout out all the possibilities and then she left us in the hands of Eric, who helped us try out different kayaks. Unfortunately, none were comfortable for our backs and we chose to pass BUT we were so impressed with the time they both took and the lack of any pressure.

I can only imagine how accommodating they would be on one of their kayaking tours so I would recommended them without any hesitation and if Eric is available, grab him. read less

A perfect rainy day for a paddle We booked the Gold Creek paddle and hike... it was a rainy day, perfect for a paddle in the bay. A short hike to the... read moreWe booked the Gold Creek paddle and hike... it was a rainy day, perfect for a paddle in the bay. A short hike to the waterfall and heaps of Salmonberries to snack on made this a perfect half day activity. Nadine is a wonderful and very knowledgeable guide! Thanks again to her and Pangaea for a great day in Valdez! read less

Great view! Initially I was a bit scared because I had never been in a sea kayak and they are not as sturdy as the fresh water... read moreInitially I was a bit scared because I had never been in a sea kayak and they are not as sturdy as the fresh water ones. However, Trevor was a great tour guide and prepared us for our trek to the waterfall. If you have enough money I would do the glacier one, that's what we hope to do at some point (but it was not in our budget). read less

Columbia glacier area kayaking We were thrilled to get a new sea kayaking adventure under our belts. We have never taken a guided tour and were very pleased... read moreWe were thrilled to get a new sea kayaking adventure under our belts. We have never taken a guided tour and were very pleased with our experience. The captain Tim was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Unfortunately, the ice was very thick so getting close to Columbia was out of the question due to safety concerns. It provided us a unique opportunity to explore a recently exposed bay area that was filled with icebergs. The guides Seth, Natan, Dan, and Nadine were excellent with leading us through relatively new territory and providing a unique and fun experience. We would overwhelmingly recommend them to anyone looking for an adventure in the Valdez and Prince William Sound area. read less

morning kayak trip My wife, brother, and I did a short kayak trip in the Port of Valdez. We saw seals, and many types of sea birds. The... read moreMy wife, brother, and I did a short kayak trip in the Port of Valdez. We saw seals, and many types of sea birds. The guide helped us feel safe and was knowledgeable about the area. It was a great experience. read less

Kayaking in and around Columbia Bay We did an independent kayak trip in and around Columbia Bay and Glacier Island. Pangaea was great at answering our pre-trip questions, dropping us... read moreWe did an independent kayak trip in and around Columbia Bay and Glacier Island. Pangaea was great at answering our pre-trip questions, dropping us off in Heather Bay, and picking us up eight days later on Glacier Island. They even accommodated our change in pickup time and date conveyed the prior evening through our Garmin Inreach. Great service and friendly folks! read less

Spectacular Adventure Pangaea gave us an unforgettable experience sea-kayaking in the gorgeous backdrop of the Columbia Glacier. The sights were amazing and the guides incredibly competent... read morePangaea gave us an unforgettable experience sea-kayaking in the gorgeous backdrop of the Columbia Glacier. The sights were amazing and the guides incredibly competent and supportive. Captain Tim, Seth, and Dan were all very knowledgeable, friendly, and conversational. They sought out wildlife and made sure to pause and let us enjoy otters, eagles, and harbor seals. We floated amongst the icebergs and got a close up and personal view of the glacier. We felt very safe in their charge. I would recommend this experience to anyone...both visitors and residents of our great state of Alaska. Thank you Pangaea. read less